Joe Gomez makes clear decision over future after being linked with Newcastle move as part of Anthony Gordon swap deal

Gomez has been mentioned by multiple reports as rumours of Liverpool moving for Gordon ramp up but The Times say the 27-year-old is keen to stay at Anfield. Previous reports also suggested that Newcastle were willing to pay £45million ($58m) for the defender earlier in the summer.

Arne Slot has held discussions with Liverpool's longest-serving player about the upcoming season and Gomez himself is keen to earn his spot under the new head coach. Gomez has not spoken to Newcastle about a possible switch and looks set to remain on Merseyside, ruling out a swap deal between the Reds and Magpies involving Gordon.

No current first-team player has been at Liverpool longer than Gomez. The England international signed from Charlton in 2015, meaning he has been on the books at Anfield for nine years, outlasting the likes of Jurgen Klopp and Joel Matip.

Pre-season preparations are continuing under Slot and Liverpool most recently beat Premier League rivals Manchester United 3-0 during their tour of the US. Gomez has now reported in after a late holiday following his involvement at Euro 2024 and is getting back up to speed alongside the likes of Virgil van Dijk and Cody Gakpo.